Mechanical Engineer ; Junior Engineer Jobs in Burnaby, Canada at L.B. Foster Company
Title: Mechanical Engineer ; Junior Engineer
Company: L.B. Foster Company
Location: Burnaby, Canada
Category:
Position: Mechanical Engineer 1 (Junior Engineer)
This position is primarily responsible for supporting all phases of the design and development of custom mechanical and electro-mechanical hardware for LB Foster’s friction management systems including concept, design, verification, validation, manufacture, and systems implementation. The individual is also responsible for working with the engineering team to ensure design solutions meet the project and customer requirements and specifications.
Essential Functions:
Support the development conceptual and detailed designs of custom mechanical and electro-mechanical systems for train-mounted applications
Support design validation and verification using FEA modelling, prototyping, and field assessment
Conduct experiments, and perform data acquisition and analysis
Generate trial plans, reports, manuals, and other documents
Participate in trials, installations, and tests of equipment in the field
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor degree in mechanical engineering, mechatronics engineering, or related discipline
EIT with EGBC or eligible for registration
0 to 5 years of experience in mechanical and electro-mechanical design.
Experience with CAD modelling (Solidworks preferred). FEA experience an asset.
Experience with electro-mechanical systems an asset, including automation, control systems, and instrumentation.
Strong problem solving skills combined with sound engineering judgment.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Can work independently and in a collaborative team environment.
Other Requirements:
Ability to travel up to 20% of the time to various national and international locations
Ability to work evenings and weekends as required.
